What is chronic cough? If you have a severe cough that has lasted for more than 7-8 weeks, you could be suffering from chronic cough.
In children, a cough that lasts over 4 weeks is considered chronic. It is usually a symptom of a more serious underlying health issue. Causes of chronic cough Postnasal drip – Nose/throat glands secrete mucus to fight infection, keep membranes moist, and act as filters – Too much mucus, or thick/infected mucus can lead to chronic cough – Acclamation of mucus at the back of the throat, frequent throat clearing
Asthma – This disease can cause inflammation of the lungs – It can cause lining of airways to swell up and tighten – This causes difficulty in breathing which leads to bouts of coughing – If left untreated, the cough can become chronic
Acid reflux – Occurs when acids in your stomach move back along the esophagus – It irritates the lining of the throat – This can lead to chronic cough
Bronchiectasis: – Is an inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes – The tubes get thick and fill with mucus – This can get infected too – The thick mucus/ infection can give rise to a persistent cough
Pulmonary infections – Caused by inflammations and infections of the lungs like pneumonia – Can cause inflammation in the air sacs – Can trigger chronic cough
Smoking and Environmental Pollution – Can give rise to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, or lung cancer which causes chronic cough – Can cause acid reflux that triggers chronic cough
Other common causes for chronic cough that can include:- • Rhinosinusitis • Eosinophilic Bronchitis • Weak throat muscles • Heart failure • Psychological disorders • Lung cancer
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